HOW TO VOLUNTEER WITH PTFF

Photo by Mark Saran

Welcome!

We’re so glad you’re interested in volunteering.

Whether you’re a people person, tech-savant, or love doing crafty projects, we have a task for you. Bonus if you have a truck!

Shift sign-up for the 26th Annual Film Festival is NOW OPEN!

Step 1: Fill out a
Volunteer Application

If you’re a returning volunteer, please complete a 2025 Volunteer Waiver

Step 2: Browse our Volunteer Roles & Resource Library

Step 3: Create your Timecounts Account

Already have an account? Simply Log In, then visit the “Opportunities” page to see what’s coming up!

Why join as a volunteer?

  • It's Your Pass to the Magic!

    We’ve introduced more rewards, like every volunteer now getting free access to the Virtual Fest. Yep, that’s an entire week of films from the comfort of your couch. Did you know that you can earn in-person passes, too?!

    6-Pass — Volunteer 8-17 hours and receive a pass for 6 in-person screenings or forum offerings

    Festival Pass — Volunteer 18 or more hours and receive a full Festival Pass with unlimited in-person screenings or forum offerings

  • There's Even More Perks!

    As a volunteer, you'll enjoy:

    • A 15% discount on PTFF merchandise year-round,

    • Receive a free volunteer hat, and

    • Get an invite to our Appreciation Party in October

    It's our way of saying thank you!

  • Expand (or flex!) Your Professional Skills

    If you’re a growing professional, volunteering can help you build leadership, technical, and event management skills that look great on resumes.

  • Help strengthen your community through film

    It’s an opportunity to connect with filmmakers and meet other film lovers, all over a weekend-long celebration.

“What a rewarding experience it has been volunteering with the Port Townsend Film Festival for the past few years. Upon my retirement, I was missing working with people and looking for an avenue to get back into some activity that could use my people skills. PTFF was the perfect fit for me.” —Bob Giesler

Photos on this page by Mark Saran, Deja View Photography, and Elizabeth Becker.